Category Archives: Almost-Vegan

Labor Day Feast with Friends

Posted on September 6, 2014 by dgourmac

A long weekend is always an invitation for us to cook.  This time Barbara was particularly inspired by the Oct/Nov 2014 issue of Fine Cooking, a magazine we had discontinued some time back but to which we recently re-subscribed.  So … Continue reading →

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Last two meals in August: Pasta with Vegetables, and Potato, Red Onion and Pecorino Pizza

Posted on September 6, 2014 by dgourmac

With Farmers Markets on both Saturday and Sunday, the end of August was an opportunity to indulge in our favorite adventures — a meal replete with pasta and great vegetables one day, and Sarah and the family the next day … Continue reading →

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Quick Visit to NYC

Posted on September 6, 2014 by dgourmac

At the end of the month I drove down to The City (NY) for a 24-hour visit for food, wine, and friends.  I had not seen Jan for nearly five months, and this would be my last chance until year end … Continue reading →

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Late July: Wine Cellar Reorganization, More Good Food and Wine

Posted on August 17, 2014 by dgourmac

One of the big events this summer was the reorganization of my wine cellar.  The prime mover on this was my friend David, who was aghast back in May when he looked at the over-crowding and lack of any semblance … Continue reading →

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More Santorini Food and Wine (Part 2)

Posted on June 12, 2014 by dgourmac

If this is your first visit to my blog, you may wish to look at the previous post, since this one is a continuation of my food and wine explorations of Santorini.   Grilled One of the simpler meals I had … Continue reading →

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Santorini Food and Wine

Posted on June 12, 2014 by dgourmac

My first meal on Santorini was at Taverna Katina on the day I arrived.  Nicoletta had recommended the Melanzane Salata (Eggplant Salad), so I chose that and an Arugula Salad with some bread for a light lunch.  I also ordered … Continue reading →

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Santorini Sunshine

Posted on June 11, 2014 by dgourmac

Why Santorini? Ever since I saw the first photos of the white cliff homes posed dramatically in brilliant sunshine against the rich blues of the roof paint and the Aegean Sea, I was always attracted to this island.  Then I … Continue reading →

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Italian and Red for Dinner

Posted on May 24, 2014 by dgourmac

Tonight’s supper consisted of two simple Italian dishes, featuring the color red, including the accompanying wine. The first course was designed to use up the remaining Viola organic Italian chickpeas I had prepared for another meal several days earlier — … Continue reading →

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Vegetarian Potato Vegetable Strata

Posted on May 10, 2014 by dgourmac

Interestingly, Barbara and I were both thinking about a layered potato vegetable dish for dinner.  Fortunately, while I was thinking, she was creating and cooking.  It came out wonderful.  Two eggs and a bit of cheese, and we were vegetarian … Continue reading →

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A Short Foodie Trip to NYC

Posted on April 20, 2014 by dgourmac

Since classes are almost over, I decided to take a short trip to NY to do some food-related exploring.  I drove down Thursday afternoon, checked into the hotel, and took advantage of my good fortune a few days earlier, when … Continue reading →

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